Senior Software Engineer (Remote)

Placements24; George; Hybrid; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work arrangement

Flexible hours

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Professional development budget

Company-provided equipment and home办公e

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Software Engineer for a fully remote role based in South Africa. The successful candidate will design, develop, and maintain scalable software systems, and work with remote teams to deliver high-performance solutions.

The role requires 7+ years of software engineering experience, a strong background in multiple programming languages, cloud platforms, and containerization. A collaborative, agile-ready mindset is essential for success in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or a related technical field or equivalent experience.
• 7+ years of professional experience in software engineering.
• Proven track record delivering complex software projects using modern development methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and implementation of robust, scalable software systems.
• Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code in Java, Python, or Go.
• Develop and maintain RESTful APIs and microservices architecture.
• Collaborate with remote product managers, designers, and engineers through agile methodologies.
• Conduct code reviews, mentor junior engineers, and champion best practices in software development.
• Optimize applications for maximum speed and scalability and ensure a seamless user experience.

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

AWS/Azure/GCP

REST APIs

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a highly skilled Senior Software Engineer to join their fully remote team, contributing to innovative projects from anywhere in South Africa. You will play a crucial role in designing, developing, and maintaining scalable software solutions that drive our business forward. This position offers the flexibility of remote work combined with the challenge of working on complex problems in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. We are dedicated to fostering a culture of innovation, continuous learning, and mutual respect, making this an ideal opportunity for an ambitious engineer seeking impactful work without geographical constraints.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and implementation of robust, scalable, and high-performance software systems.


• Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code in languages such as Java, Python, or Go.


• Develop and maintain RESTful APIs and microservices architecture.


• Collaborate effectively with remote product managers, designers, and fellow engineers through agile methodologies.


• Conduct thorough code reviews, mentor junior engineers, and champion best practices in software development.


• Optimize applications for maximum speed and scalability, ensuring a seamless user experience.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or a related technical field, or equivalent experience.


• Minimum of 7 years of professional experience in software engineering.


• Proven track record of delivering complex software projects using modern development methodologies.


• Strong proficiency in multiple programming languages and a deep understanding of data structures and algorithms.


• Experience with cloud computing platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).


• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to thrive in a remote team setting.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary commensurate with experience.


• Fully remote work arrangement with flexible hours.


• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.


• Generous allocation for professional development, including online courses and certifications.


• Company-provided equipment and a home office stipend.